Experiences of Life | Blogchatter's A2Z

Anand Nagda
Apr 5
3 min read

Dear Life,

Life is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Every experience we face shapes who we become, deepens our understanding, and sometimes leads us to incredible adventures.

We all must have gone through types of experiences life has thrown at us as—happy, sad, excited, devastating, etc.—and some of this must be completely life-changing for most of us.

Let me take you through my journey of experiences of life.

Change is a constant in our lives. New jobs, relationships, or even simple changes in routine all introduce fresh experiences.

Post Covid, It was a complete change in all of our lives. I got married during covid times and was looking for a pay upgrade. I did reach out to my current company and was searching for another opportunity. Though my current company tried to see possible opportunities to upgrade my salary, I was getting a better pay in the company I interviewed for, and I had to choose it finally. The location was up to me to choose. I had been in Pune for several years, and I knew over the decade, it would become another Bengaluru - full of traffic and chaos. So I decided to select Ahmedabad. Another advantage of it was that it was near Neerali, my wife's hometown, and the city is far away from becoming what Pune or Bengaluru is; basically, I chose peaceful or chaotic, which I have experienced. For most of the period after shifting to Ahmedabad, I thought I made a wrong decision changing my job, but soon I had to accept that change is the rule of life.

And now Ahmedabad had become my city for life forever, along with my hometown, Khamgaon in Maharashtra.

Let me take you to an honest confession of my life. I regret how a silly mistake of mine in my young days broke our long friendship of more than 10 years. I do feel guilty sometimes doing it and think, will I get a chance to accept that guilt in infront of my best friend from childhood, or will I have to live along with it my entire life?

Another happy experience from my life was during my engineering college days. The beauty of our college location was that it was surrounded by hills, and a national highway passed through it. What attracts the admission is that it is rainy season, a perfect time to lure you with the atmosphere and make it your own for 4 years of your college life. No cinema theater or any other form of great entertainment is there.

But the moments turned into sweet memories with the bond of friends and the friendship I made with my Jain Gang :

We still are in touch with each other, at least over WhatsApp and calls if not physically due to difference in our geolocations.

Learning From Failure

Life’s journey includes not just the highs but also the lows. Failure often feels discouraging, but it is a powerful teacher. Each setback carries valuable lessons that can propel us forward.

During my college days I had a year gap after 2nd year with 13 subjects in KT. I had to go back home for a year. This had affected me a lot mentally. This failure taught me the best way to come back stronger in life and a harsh truth :

You have to loose something to gain something

Cultivating Mindfulness

In our fast-paced world, mindfulness is a growing practice. Being present transforms how we interact with our surroundings. It allows us to appreciate life's small pleasures, whether that be enjoying a cup of tea or taking a walk in nature.

Books have been my best support during my tough days, and now they have become an integral part of my life. I have built a mini library at home. Books help me to be calm and cool the mind.

The experiences of life till now have taught me something that I feel I should share and that could be reflected in your life as well:

As we consider life’s uncharted territories, it’s clear that every experience—positive or negative—plays a vital role in our journey. They help us grow, teach valuable lessons, and encourage us to embrace the unknown.

By welcoming change, building connections, overcoming fears, and staying curious, we can foster a richer, more meaningful life. Life is a beautiful tapestry woven from countless experiences. So here's to exploring the unknown and discovering who we are in the process.

Remember, every moment presents a chance to learn and grow. Step into life’s uncharted territories and make the most of every experience that comes your way!